Midnight Ghost Hunt

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In "Midnight Ghost Hunt," a 4v4 multiplayer game, Ghosts hide and build traps in procedurally generated mansions while Hunters seek them out using gadgets and weapons. When the clock strikes midnight, the roles reverse, and the ghosts can then hunt the hunters. The team with the most points at the end of the game wins. Objectives include collecting evidence boxes or exorcising the ghosts as a hunter, while ghosts must scare and eliminate hunters for points.

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Reviews

82%

Audience ScoreBased on 3,150 reviews

gameplay101 positive mentions

story5 negative mentions

gameplay
259 mentions
39 % positive mentions
56 % neutral mentions
5 % negative mentions
The gameplay of this game is generally praised for its unique mechanics and balance, offering a fun and strategic experience reminiscent of prop hunt games, but with added depth and customization options. Players appreciate the smooth controls, engaging gameplay loop, and the ability to play cooperatively with friends, although some express concerns about matchmaking issues and the potential for repetitive gameplay. Overall, while the game shows promise and is enjoyable, it still requires some balancing and optimization to enhance the experience further.
- “Fascinating, unique gameplay, many options for customizing game characters, good graphics, in general everything is at the highest level, thanks to the MGH team.”
- “The gameplay is balanced and fun, you don't really run into a lot of issues of people being 'better' since the equipment is all sidegrades and never upgrades, so you're never pressured to have everything unlocked and you can go at your own pace.”
- “This game is absolutely amazing, the graphics are stunning, the gameplay is smooth and fun, and the hunter and ghost idea is great. I would totally recommend this game; there are also frequent updates for skins and maps.”
- “The gameplay for hunters is braindead.”
- “It's a fun game but when you spend half of the playtime experiencing bugs, it ruins the gameplay.”
- “Gameplay as the ghost is unnecessarily difficult and ruins the overall game experience.”
graphics
110 mentions
58 % positive mentions
39 % neutral mentions
3 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game have received widespread praise for their stunning visuals, unique art style, and attention to detail, contributing to an immersive experience. Many players highlight the game's aesthetic appeal and the quality of character customization options, although some note discrepancies between in-game graphics and promotional materials. Overall, the graphics are considered a strong point, enhancing both gameplay and the overall atmosphere of the game.
- “This game is all I've ever wanted from a team-based game - a little working together, a lot of joking and laughter, and a fun, wonderfully done aesthetic.”
- “The game's attention to detail is evident in its stunning visuals and immersive sound design.”
- “The graphics are beautiful for what they are and the maps feel huge with tons of props.”
- “The general graphics is not what is shown in the trailer.”
- “I will be looking for a refund because the game itself wasn't what I thought it was going to be like plus bad graphics for an ultra high graphic setting; it should show just like the trailer.”
- “The horror element is 0 because the hunters are way overpowered; graphics on 'ultra' are a lie. I understand it's early access and subject to change, but they certainly do not match the screenshots. After 3 or 4 matches, I felt I have seen all this has to offer.”
humor
89 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is widely praised, with players highlighting its hilarious interactions, funny ghost abilities, and the comedic potential of playing with friends. Many reviews mention the joy of unexpected moments, such as using props in amusing ways and engaging in over-the-top voice chat antics, making it a standout choice for a fun, social gaming experience. Overall, the game is described as a laugh-filled blend of hide-and-seek and ghostbusting, perfect for casual play with friends.
- “Additionally, slapping my brother across the body with a door in this game was hilarious.”
- “Very good game, really fun to play with friends; some ghost powers are hilarious and can combo together for a small surprise for the hunters.”
- “Playing with friends is of course a hilarious, wild ride, but quickplay with strangers is also pretty good for a laugh too.”
music
48 mentions
58 % positive mentions
35 % neutral mentions
6 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received widespread praise for its quality and fitting atmosphere, with many reviewers highlighting the excellent original soundtrack and nostalgic 80s vibes. While some players noted a disconnect between the music and gameplay, overall, the soundtrack enhances the experience, despite occasional issues with players using copyrighted music in voice chat. The game's sound design complements the visuals well, contributing to a fun and immersive environment.
- “The soundtrack is great.”
- “Amazing atmosphere, great aesthetic, sounds and music are phenomenal.”
- “Great soundtrack and sound design.”
- “At times there is a disconnect between the title and the music, as the soundtrack is more of a trinket than anything else that could have added fright or stress to the gameplay.”
- “The only real issue is sometimes randoms will play copyrighted music as a meme over local chat, unfortunately streamers may have to disable voice chat with these players, to avoid copyright strikes over Twitch and YouTube.”
- “Starting music while you are in the car is less than desirable, too.”
optimization
34 mentions
41 % positive mentions
35 % neutral mentions
24 % negative mentions
The optimization of "Midnight Ghost Hunt" has received mixed reviews, with some players praising its smooth performance and visual quality, especially for an early access title. However, many users report significant issues, including frequent crashes, poor server performance, and inconsistent frame rates, indicating that optimization still requires substantial improvement. Overall, while some players enjoy a well-optimized experience, others face frustrating performance problems that detract from the game's potential.
- “It's well optimized, balanced, and a lighthearted experience.”
- “For being in early access, this game is optimized extremely well; I’ve not had any performance issues since I started playing about three weeks ago.”
- “The game looks really good, even on my old gaming laptop, and runs smoothly.”
- “Regrettably, the game needs to be adequately optimized, as I experience over four crashes in 2 hours of game time.”
- “With severe optimization issues and core gameplay that can put ghosts to sleep, Midnight Ghost Hunt is a mediocre player vs. player horror option.”
- “Lastly, a big con for certain maps is optimization is poor, losing at least 30fps sometimes.”
story
27 mentions
7 % positive mentions
74 % neutral mentions
19 % negative mentions
The reviews overwhelmingly indicate that the game lacks a substantial story, with many users noting that it feels more like a series of disconnected gameplay mechanics rather than a cohesive narrative. While some mention a minimal thematic element involving ghosts and hunters, the overall consensus is that players seeking a rich story experience will be disappointed. The game is primarily focused on gameplay rather than storytelling, with many players expressing a desire for more narrative depth in future updates.
- “It's not a horror game necessarily, but it has just enough of the scary storyline to make it intense in the heat of the moment.”
- “Not for those who crave story and various game modes; it's still in its early stages, so only 4v4 is playable, I think.”
- “But, no journalist wants to write that... quests don't correctly track, enemy AI is non-existent, characters glitch constantly.”
- “It's one thing for bots to simply not be as smart as players... but it's a whole worse story when the bots straight up ignore abilities and items that are central to the game's function.”
- “This game is great in its simplest form; there's no real story. You play as a hunter with 4 minutes to find all 4 ghosts and kill them, or you play as a ghost charged to hide from the hunter and/or kill the hunter.”
stability
23 mentions
13 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
87 % negative mentions
The stability of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players reporting significant bugs, crashes, and matchmaking issues that hinder gameplay. While some users have noted improvements and a generally enjoyable experience, others have experienced severe lag, freezing, and glitches that detract from the overall enjoyment. Overall, the game's stability appears to be a major concern, particularly in its current state.
- “Game runs great.”
- “Great concept, runs great, great multiplayer and custom matches.”
- “Runs great, no bugs or drops at all since the start.”
- “This game has a lot of potential to be a fun experience with friends; however, the controls for both keyboard and controller are so buggy that it is nearly unplayable.”
- “The worst part is, after the last few updates the game consistently either crashes or just freezes after every few rounds.”
- “While the game is fun and entertaining at the current state, the P2P feels very unstable to the point it freezes a good chunk of the lobby in a frozen lag state, causing very frustrating moments.”
grinding
14 mentions
21 % positive mentions
43 % neutral mentions
36 % negative mentions
Players generally find the grinding aspect of the game to be excessive and tedious, often requiring significant time investment that can detract from the overall enjoyment. Many express frustration with high-level players who exploit grinding mechanics, leading to unbalanced and frustrating gameplay experiences. While some players appreciate the depth of grinding in terms of skill trees and build planning, the consensus leans towards it being a burdensome element of the game.
- “It can be a bit grindy sometimes, but the rewards make it worth it.”
- “You'll need a second life for grinding, but the journey is incredibly rewarding.”
- “The grinding aspect is intense; you'll definitely need a second life to keep up!”
- “During my experience, there were no close matches, and even in the slower ones, the gameplay felt tedious.”
- “Makes for a very unenjoyable experience grinding.”
- “The only problem I see a lot of is teams of super high-level players that will purposely kill you (ghost or hunter) as fast as possible because they are just grinding the game, and it makes many games very annoying when you are in a spot; they don't scan or anything and shoot or hit you twice and you are instantly dead.”
atmosphere
12 mentions
58 % positive mentions
17 % neutral mentions
25 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game receives mixed reviews, with some players praising its electrifying and immersive qualities, enhanced by great aesthetics, sound, and music. However, others feel that the atmosphere could benefit from a slower pace and a more engaging soundtrack, while a few note a lack of atmosphere or a toxic environment due to player dynamics. Overall, the game is recognized for its strong atmospheric elements, particularly in its design and thematic execution.
- “This delicate balance between stealth and spectacle creates an electrifying atmosphere that is both satisfying and nerve-wracking.”
- “Amazing atmosphere, great aesthetic, sounds and music are phenomenal.”
- “The atmosphere and soundtrack are great and I think the graphics suit the game very well.”
- “It would be nice to have a more atmospheric soundtrack during matches as it feels a little bit flat.”
- “Atmosphere is nearly nonexistent.”
- “There's a very toxic atmosphere developing - the host has total control over whom to kick.”
replayability
12 mentions
33 % positive mentions
42 % neutral mentions
25 % negative mentions
The game's replayability is currently mixed, with some players noting that while it has potential due to its dynamic gameplay and various perks, many of these elements are either redundant or situational, which can limit replay value. However, the active abilities and ongoing development suggest that future updates could enhance the experience significantly. Overall, while some find it fun and replayable, others feel it lacks depth at this stage, but there is optimism for improvement as the game evolves.
- “Old school prop-hunt vibes, with active abilities that help stretch the replayability out a lot.”
- “With the addition of gameplay elements such as revives, revive denials/consuming souls, vacuuming ghost shards so they don't come back as strong at midnight, and many other little subtle additions the devs have implemented, the replayability is great with this game and each round brings out different elements to keep the game feeling quite dynamic.”
- “Everyone should try this game, really great gameplay and replayability; some weapons and gadgets need tuning, but it's an amazing start for an early access.”
- “The game offers a lot of perks and weapons that can vary the gameplay and add to make the game replayable in some aspects, but a lot of the perks and/or weapons are either trivialized by having some perks that do what others already do but objectively better, or are so situational that you're better off just not using them at all.”
- “Hopefully they add more content and modes to increase the replay value because I can see some potential in this game.”
- “Fun game when you have nothing else to play, but I don't see much replayability.”
monetization
9 mentions
22 % positive mentions
44 % neutral mentions
33 % negative mentions
The monetization model of the game is generally praised for its absence of microtransactions, allowing players to unlock all content through in-game currency. This approach is seen as a refreshing change in an industry often dominated by pay-to-win mechanics, with some reviewers highlighting the game's fair pricing at $20. However, there is a recognition that transitioning to a free-to-play model may be necessary for smaller titles to sustain themselves in a competitive market.
- “It really is a gem of a game with no microtransactions at all.”
- “Not only that, but an extremely fair business model, with zero microtransactions!”
- “Battlerite became free-to-play, Minion Masters became free-to-play, Splitgate started free-to-play, Fortnite was a paid PvE game with a free PvP battle royale... unless you already have a franchise, you have to start or convert a multiplayer-only PvP game to free-to-play or fail due to lack of monetization to keep going... I don't think a small-name game can get away with that.”
- “[h1] This game is another copy-paste fast trend cash grab game made for the cringetubers and paid actors.”
- “There are currently no microtransactions, which is a welcome change.”
emotional
8 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
Players find the game emotionally engaging due to its supportive and wholesome community, which enhances the overall experience despite initial overwhelming mechanics and limited guidance. The presence of a caring community, including active involvement from the developers, fosters a positive atmosphere that players appreciate.
- “I feel like the game can definitely be overwhelming at first and there isn't much guidance to go off of sometimes, but the community is so wholesome and genuinely willing to help out.”
- “As an added bonus, I was surprised how wholesome the community was.”
- “Seeing the lead dev, Kite, jumping through matches during each playtest to ask how people were enjoying the game was always wholesome.”